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Locally, Maysville has the most extensive policy regarding cellphone usage in schools
ZANESVILLE − In March, Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted met with school leaders during a roundtable to discuss research showing cellphone use is negatively affecting students' mental health, academic performance and social well-being. DeWine urged educators across the state to consider banning — or at least...
City of Zanesville receives $1.7M grant from state for Canal Park Trail
ZANESVILLE − The city of Zanesville will see an influx of $1.7M to fund the Canal Park Trail project thanks to the Appalachian Community Grant Program. The program funneled $500 million into Ohio’s 32-county Appalachian region to transform communities through economic development projects. It was instituted in 2022 by Gov. Mike DeWine, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik, in conjunction with the Ohio General Assembly.
See which Coshocton project just received $6.7 million in grant money from the state
The last round of funding from the Appalachian Community Grant Program has been announced with $51 million for Ohio's Wonderful Waterfronts Initiative. This includes $6.7 million to Skip's Landing for construction of a multi-use path, boat ramp, nature walk, play area and more. Also getting funding was painting of downtown...
Water and wastewater upgrades priority for Coshocton City Council
COSHOCTON − The City of Coshocton is continuing to pursue upgrades to its water and wastewater systems through a series of grants and loans. Coshocton City Council recently had the first reading of legislation approving entering into a Water Pollution Control Loan Fund agreement for a digester improvement project at the Coshocton Wastewater Treatment Plant. The loan will be paid back through sewage usage charges. ...
Extension office will honor Dorothy Montgomery for her 70 years as 4-H volunteer
ZANESVILLE − Dorothy Montgomery is celebrating 70 years as a volunteer for Muskingum County 4-H. The local 4-H committee has several plans to honor her throughout 2024. Individuals impacted by her time as a 4-H volunteer are encouraged to submit handwritten notes and photos with their favorite 4-H memory or story of Montgomery's impact to the Ohio State University of Muskingum County Extension Office, 225 Underwood St. Submissions will be put in a scrapbook and presented to Montgomery on Sunday of the Muskingum County Fair during the 4-H awards ceremony.
Coshocton seeks $500K grant for water well field upgrades
COSHOCTON − The City of Coshocton is seeking a $500,000 Critical Infrastructure Grant from the Community Block Development Grant Program through Coshocton County Commissioners. Utilities Director Dave Kadri said funding would be used to upgrade obsolete equipment at the city's water well field and to install a reliable power...
Culvert work to close portions of Sugartree Road.
GUERNSEY COUNTY — The following road closures are scheduled for the upcoming week. Sugartree Road (County Road 84) will be closed daily between Birmingham Road (County Road 71) and Sligo Road (County Road 870) from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday for culvert replacements. The culvert replacement project will then continue daily from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20 through Thursday, May 23. The specific location of the closure will change as...
Will New Concord get a new swimming pool? While seeking funding, mayor remains hopeful
NEW CONCORD − Mayor Jennifer Lyle said plans continue to slowly move forward regarding a new swimming pool for the village. This project is not connected to the downtown revitalization plan announced a week ago. The current pool, located across the street from Larry Miller Intermediate School on John Glenn School Road, has been in operation since the 1960s. At that time, the pool was owned and operated by village residents. The village now manages the property,...
Jerry Lahmers appointed to fill vacancy on Tuscarawas County Board of Elections
Jerry Lahmers, 78, of Newcomerstown, has been appointed to fill a vacancy on the Tuscarawas County Board of Elections. He was selected by the Tuscarawas County Republican Party Executive Committee, and the choice must be approved by the Ohio Secretary of State. NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ Republicans have chosen Jerry Lahmers...
Explore Your Backyard: Discover Guernsey County's Hidden Gems and Local Festivities
\'Just Down the Road\' highlights the historic villages of Guernsey County, a region representing small-town America. The article suggests exploring back roads leading to local attractions and welcoming communities. In Byesville, visitors can learn about the town's 19th-century history at the Byesville Historical Museum and browse antiques at DealBusters Marketplace. Pure Love Bakery is noted for its fresh homemade treats. In Antrim, The Station on Twenty-Two offers meals and hand-dipped ice cream in a renovated service station.
Newcomerstown council to reconsider family pool pass price after residents express concern
Five community members attended the May 6 Newcomerstown Village Council meeting to express concerns about the Cy Young Pool season pass price increase, which was approved at the April 1 council meeting. Carol Swigert said she fears people will go out of town to swim, and had a prices for other pools. Mayor Pat Cadle said he contacted these same pool managers, and many of them are funded by levies, trust funds or had more amenities that bring in money. The mayor and council explained the local fees fall in line with the cost of area pools and parks, but...
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